Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Louisiana (2026)
Modest savings vs. the US average · LA
Knee Replacement Surgery in Louisiana: What to Know
Louisiana offers excellent options for knee replacement surgery. Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine hold The Joint Commission's Gold Seal for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement, and Ochsner Health is "High Performing" per U.S. News. They're even a designated Center of Excellence for major employers like Walmart. Facilities like St. Tammany Health System in Covington and The Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana in Lake Charles offer advanced robotic-assisted procedures.
For potential savings, consider ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) like The Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana, which can offer significant cost reductions compared to outpatient hospitals. The Bone & Joint Clinic in Baton Rouge also caters to out-of-state patients, recommending a 6-week stay for specialized procedures and offering negotiated hotel rates. Verify current pricing directly with providers.
Estimated Cost Breakdown in Louisiana
You'll pay a bit less for knee replacement surgery in Louisiana compared to the national average. Here's how costs are distributed.
| Component | Estimated Range |
|---|---|
| Facility Fee | $6,849 - $12,722 |
| Surgeon Fee | $6,849 - $12,722 |
| Implants Supplies | $3,424 - $6,361 |
| Post Op Care | $3,424 - $6,361 |
| Anesthesia | $2,283 - $4,241 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $18,640 – $46,600 |
Prices reflect regional cost-of-living adjustments. How we calculate these numbers →
Ranges adjusted for Louisiana's regional price parity (93.2). See the national percentage breakdown →
Facility Costs in Louisiana
Louisiana has both hospital and outpatient surgery center options for knee replacement surgery. Outpatient centers typically charge less due to lower overhead. Rates shown are negotiated amounts — what insurers actually pay, not inflated list prices.
| Facility | City | Negotiated Rate | Medicare Payment | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialists Hospital Shreveport | Shreveport | $11,431 | $9,830 | 788 |
| Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc | Shreveport | $11,527 | $9,927 | 470 |
| Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital | Alexandria | $11,557 | $9,957 | 412 |
| Ochsner Medical Center | New Orleans | $11,179 | $9,577 | 354 |
| Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge | $11,256 | $9,655 | 326 |
| Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System | Shreveport | $11,487 | $9,887 | 299 |
| Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital | Lake Charles | $11,426 | $9,826 | 262 |
| Park Place Surgical Hospital | Lafayette | $11,211 | $9,614 | 253 |
| Thibodaux Regional Medical Center | Thibodaux | $11,360 | $9,760 | 238 |
| Avala | Covington | $11,462 | $9,865 | 206 |
| Facility | City | Negotiated Rate | Medicare Payment | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center | Lafayette | $13,246 | $10,315 | 159 |
| Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc | Shreveport | $12,971 | $11,127 | 44 |
| Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital | Alexandria | $26,673 | $24,813 | 39 |
| Glenwood Regional Medical Center | West Monroe | $11,708 | $10,197 | 36 |
| Baton Rouge General Medical Center | Baton Rouge | $14,471 | $11,925 | 32 |
| Sterling Surgical Hospital | Slidell | $11,634 | $9,518 | 29 |
| Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System | Shreveport | $12,157 | $10,858 | 26 |
| Ochsner Medical Center | New Orleans | $17,759 | $14,030 | 20 |
| East Jefferson General Hospital | Metairie | $17,061 | $12,304 | 20 |
| Iberia Medical Center | New Iberia | $13,276 | $8,930 | 18 |
Knee Replacement Surgery Cost in Neighboring States
Knee Replacement Surgery pricing varies across the region. Here's how Louisiana stacks up against its neighbors.